Grand Island Local News – Saturday, December 21st, 2024

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Saturday, December 21st, 2024

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ The Greater Grand Island Community Foundation awarded over $30,000 in surprise Christmas grants to various local nonprofits to address community needs. The Grand Island Independent
➤ This week's round-up highlights letters from the Grand Island Independent, showcasing community opinions and concerns. The Grand Island Independent
➤ Grand Island City offices and departments will be closed for Christmas and New Year's Day, with specific facilities like the golf course and library adjusting their schedules around the holidays. Central Nebraska Today
➤ The Grand Island Public Library has initiated a winter reading program 'Cozy Up With Reading' for all ages, running until Jan. 31 with activities and prizes. The Grand Island Independent

ACCIDENTS NEWS

➤ An electric heater caused a fire in a Grand Island home, resulting in $20,000 in damages, with no casualties as the home was empty. KSNB

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ The Good Life District in Grand Island, Nebraska, generated over $254,812 in tax revenue in its first month due to a newly implemented occupation tax, signaling a promising start. KSNB
➤ The Good Life District successfully collected more than $250,000 in local sales tax revenue during its first year. KSNB

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Two Rivers Public Health provides tips to stay healthy during the holiday season amid cold and flu season. Nebraska TV

LIFESTYLE NEWS

➤ The Travelers Taproom in Grand Island, Nebraska, celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting, boasting the state's largest self-serve tap wall. The Grand Island Independent

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